View allAll Photos Tagged ColdWeather
As the whole 2024 had its ups and downs,
my heart so longed for winter, knew it has to come, the nature aligned with the lives and gave us storms every now and then. and then, just as I wanted, it came, Alhamdulillah :)
I'd like to give an account of whatever happened and why I couldn't come here much -
the yr kinda started with row in a family matter
I was depressed a whole January, mostly bedridden and while missing many classes in the toughest year
I wasn't allowed to sit for some of my exams (and attended altogher later which worsened my health at the end)
there was a fire that in my building during vacation when everyone was out but I didn't go, so I caught it first saving from the spread but later got busted instead
I fell in love for the first time
I had been in love with whatever I was doing during free times, attended many surgeries.
the country had issues and we had to fight in the hospital during casualty days. I was homeless for some time and stayed with some friends and in the hospital.
I got my heart broken so many little times.
I've been bullied by toxic people in profile ground too, facing how professional life is for the first time, which worsened my health again.
I made many good friends and well-wishers too.
I learnt many skills while couldn't attend exams, so it wouldn't go to waste.
I think at the same time I was ahead of the curve and got lost.
So many in and around my life judged me and got me wrong too. Lastly I got into fight with many due to my temper and attacks, but also made amends as much as I could.
I read some great books - When breathe becomes air (written by dying neurosurgeon that I'd recommend every doc and patients to read), Man's search for meanings(written by a concentration camp survivor psychiatrist), some stories of Edgar Allan Poe, Metamorphosis, currently The midnight library.
Long story short, I survived :)
Now attending exams but weren't up to my satisfaction, and still in love :)
Winter has warmed my soul
Send my some prayers so I get rid of health issues soon, and get through these exams.
How was your year?
What are the books that you have read and loved?
How's the weather?
Sending love and well-wishes to all 💕🍂🍃
photo rights reserved by B℮n
Luosto is a picturesque ski village with a surprisingly large number of accommodations. Although there are a few hotels, you'll mostly find cozy bungalows here. Luosto is nestled in the heart of Pyhä-Luosto National Park, surrounded by ancient forests, rugged gorges, and peat bogs. It's a unique piece of nature rarely seen in our part of Europe. Finnish Lapland is far to the north, so there's usually plenty of snow here. Luosto offers a stunning landscape for adventurous activities and the opportunity to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the Finnish wilderness. Our plan is to climb the spectacular fell (mountain). As we step out of the car, it feels like nature here is in a deep winter sleep. Our hike begins at dawn in the remote hamlet of Ukko-Luostontien. In Lapland, the colors of the sky during sunrise and sunset can be very intense due to the low position of the sun on the horizon. The long twilight periods can create unique colors in the sky, including green hues, due to various scattering effects of sunlight. The trees gently bend under the weight of the snow.
We walk along the ridge of the fells of Ukko-Luosto, passing through the surrounding primeval forest. The summer path to the top is closed due to avalanche danger, so we continue our journey and attempt to reach the summit via the northern ridge of Ukko-Luosto. The path ascends steeply through the enchanting ancient forests, where the trees covered in crown snow look magical. The last section to the top of the mountain has snow too deep for us. The path winds its way to the top of Pikku-Luosto Fell. We sink in and have to crawl to the top. Snowshoes are definitely necessary here. In the impressive Ukko-Luosto Scenic Hut, we can take a break, warm up, and admire the magnificent view. It's terribly cold up here on the 514-meter-high mountain, partly due to the biting polar wind. The sun reaches its highest point on this short January day and shines beautifully just over the mountain's peak. There's also a solar halo visible, an optical phenomenon caused by the refraction, reflection, and scattering of light by ice crystals in the atmosphere. We thaw out a bit and rest before starting our return journey. Walking in the snow is exhausting. We take the same route back because we don't want to get stuck in deep snow and aim to be back in Luosto before dark. In total, we walked more than 18,000 steps, but we enjoyed this special place in Lapland. In Luosto, we treated ourselves to delicious reindeer jerky and panna cotta, while BieJee savored a reindeer burger.
Luosto biedt een prachtig landschap voor avontuurlijke activiteiten en de mogelijkheid om te genieten van de rust en schoonheid van de Finse wildernis. Ons plan is om de spectaculaire fell (berg) te beklimmen. Wanneer we uit de auto stappen, lijkt de natuur hier in een diepe winterslaap te verkeren. Onze wandeling begint bij dageraad in het afgelegen gehucht Ukko-Luostontien. In Lapland kunnen de kleuren van de lucht tijdens zonsopkomst en zonsondergang zeer intens zijn door de lage stand van de zon aan de horizon. De lange schemerperiodes kunnen unieke kleuren in de lucht veroorzaken, inclusief groene tinten, door verschillende verstrooiingseffecten van het zonlicht. De bomen buigen zachtjes onder het gewicht van de sneeuw. We lopen op de rug van de fells van Ukko-Luosto langs het oerbos in de omgeving. Het zomerpad naar de top is afgesloten vanwege lawinegevaar, dus we vervolgen onze weg en proberen de top te bereiken via de noordelijke bergkam van Ukko-Luosto. Het pad loopt steil door de betoverende oerbossen, waar de bomen bedekt met kroonsneeuw er magisch uitzien. Het laatste gedeelte naar de top van de berg is de sneeuwlaag te diep voor ons. Het pad slingert zich een weg naar de top van Pikku-Luosto Fell. We zakken weg en moeten kruipen naar de top. Sneeuwschoenen zijn hier dus echt nodig. In de indrukwekkende Ukko-Luosto Scenic Hut kunnen we even bijkomen, op temperatuur komen en het magnifieke uitzicht bewonderen. Het is verschrikkelijk koud hier op de 514 meter hoge berg, mede door de strakke poolwind. De zon bereikt zijn hoogste punt op deze korte januaridag en schijnt prachtig net over de top van de berg. Ook is er een zonnehalo te zien, een optisch fenomeen dat ontstaat door de breking, reflectie en verstrooiing van licht door ijskristallen in de atmosfeer. We ontdooien nog even en rusten uit voordat we beginnen aan onze terugreis. Wandelen in de sneeuw is zwaar. We nemen dezelfde route terug omdat we niet vast willen komen te zitten in de diepe sneeuw en we in ieder geval voor het donker terug willen zijn in Luosto. In totaal hebben we meer dan 18.000 stappen gezet, maar we hebben genoten van deze speciale plek in Lapland. In Luosto hebben we onszelf getrakteerd op heerlijke rendier-jerky en panna cotta, terwijl BieJee genoot van een rendierburger.
West Pond, Parsonsfield, Maine.
A few panoramas taken this afternoon of West Pond and our Mackerel Sky, it was bright and sunny today but the temperature never got over 25°F, most of the morning we where in the teens, the cold weather seems to have made a return.
Yesterday I saw that the Peak District had some snow, but that evaded us in Nottingham. Looking back to January 2021, we had quite a good covering of the white stuff and it stayed around for a day or two. During the late afternoon of the 24th, I put my boots on and went to the lock cottage and sought out some snowy compositions.
Granite Peak Ski Hill - Wausau, Wisconsin on a clear, cold January evening (-15 degrees).
Another way to view my images is at: www.fluidr.com/photos/63888231%40N04/interesting
Six ducks here wondering if it's wise to fly off the wall and into the (almost) frozen pond. In the end one decided to take the plunge and the rest soon followed.
Goudriaan is a village in the Dutch province of South Holland. It is a part of the municipality of Molenlanden, and lies about 25 km east of Rotterdam. The village centre (dark green) and the statistical district (light green) of Goudriaan in the former municipality of Graafstroom.
Light On The Lakes
A wee early morning drive up the Hartside Pass to a piece of wall that I have always thought about using , which gives a few over to the Lake District.
A nice wee layer of frost and snow, pinks and orange tones in the sky as the first light hits Blencathra. The temperature gauge in the car was telling me it was minus 5:), it felt like it for sure.
Hartside Pass, Cumbria
Sony A7RII
Sony FE24-70mm f2.8 GM
All rights reserved
© Brian Kerr Photography 2016
It's still c-c-cold outside.
This male Northern Cardinal paused long enough for me to grab a quick shot before he made his way to one of the feeders below.
Merry Christmas everybody, here's to 2023
(Obviously by time the steam hauled ECS I was waiting for came the light had gone, if this hadn't been late, holding things up I would of got a cracking shot in even better light than this.)
11/12/2022 (Sun) 1506
Melling (west of Wennington)
158756
2H58 1329 Leeds to Morecambe
If you like railway pics that are a bit different to the norm why not take a look at the PRPC web site at www.phoenix-rpc.co.uk/index.html.
Or view our flickr group www.flickr.com/groups/phoenixrailwayphotographiccircle/
Our book is still available, and there is currently £5 off : www.mortonsbooks.co.uk/product/view/productCode/15554
Today, I went out to photograph abandoned places during the weather conditions we are experiencing this morning. Upon my arrival at an abandoned farmhouse in Boone County, I was met with windy conditions and a temperature of around 12°. A driver, who was driving half a mile behind me, noticed my vehicle parked on the side of the road and approached me to inquire about my well-being. I informed him that I intended to photograph the farmhouse, and he responded with a thumbs-up before departing.
My initial reservations about driving on the back road in such weather conditions proved unfounded, as I was ultimately glad to have visited one of my favorite farmhouses. Taking calculated risks can be advantageous.
Stay warm!
When the daily high temperature isn't much above freezing, I can't blame the squirrels too much for raiding the bird feeders.
BUT, when there is still plenty of "squirrel food" in several Goodie Bowls, I'm not at all thrilled to see the squirrels raiding the seed log. With graceful agility, this stinker was giving ALL the other squirrels a bad name with her gluttonous ways. I mean really!
*** Caught in the act while I was home sick on a Friday afternoon, recovering from an eye problem that is slowly getting better. It's hard to take pictures when you can't see all that well, so thankfully a few of them actually turned out.
Fjaðrárgljúfur is a canyon in southern Iceland. This canyon is 100m deep and 2km long. It was carved by the rushing Fjaðrá river over the course of 2 million years! This is a difficult location to photograph due to intense contrasts between the highlights in the sky and the dark shadows in the canyon. An ND filter is highly recommended.
Buy this photo on Getty Images : Getty Images
Paard van Marken (Horse of Marken) is the name of the lighthouse of Marken.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - -
Het Paard van Marken is de vuurtoren van Marken. De vuurtoren is ontworpen door J. Valk en gebouwd in 1839 en staat op de oostelijke punt van het eiland. De toren heeft een hoogte van 16 meter en een lichtbereik van 16,7 km.
De toren is begonnen als een vierkante vuurbaak in 1700. Later werden er gebouwen aan de vuurtoren gebouwd, die de toren de karakteristieke vorm gaf. In 1814 kreeg de toren een mistbel. In 1839 is de ronde toren gebouwd op het fundament van de vuurbaak. In 1919 is de mistbel vervangen door een misthoorn.
Regelmatig heeft de vuurtoren last van kruiend ijs. In 1971 was dit zo erg dat de toren enkele centimeters van zijn plaats werd geduwd. Momenteel wordt de vuurtoren bewoond.
Sinds 1970 bezit de toren de status rijksmonument.
West Pond, Parsonsfield, Maine.
Looking out over West Pond from our sun porch today, the ice still clings to the trees from our recent messy sleet, rain, snow and ice storm.
Although it was bright and sunny today the temperature never got above 30F which did not allow the ice on the trees to melt.
photo rights reserved by Ben
On January 7, 2026, the Netherlands is covered by a thick blanket of snow. Code Orange is in effect, and it is felt everywhere: flights are cancelled, trains and buses barely run, and the daily rhythm slows abruptly. Streets turn into white ribbons, sound is muted, and the city is forced into a lower gear. Even the centre of Amsterdam — normally always a few degrees warmer — is completely white today. Due to dense buildings, water and urban heat, snow rarely lingers here. Usually it quickly turns wet, grey and disappears. But not today. On Nieuwe Leliestraat, at the corner with Tweede Leliedwarsstraat, snow falls continuously. The flakes are dense and soft, settling on the street, along the pavement and against the façades of the buildings. The narrow street forms a calm perspective of brickwork, light window frames and bicycles lined along the sides — everything softened by a layer of white. The street feels unusually quiet. Hardly any traffic, little movement. Only footprints slowly fading beneath a fresh layer of snow. On the corner stands De Nieuwe Lelie, a warm and familiar neighbourhood pub in an otherwise hushed street. Inside, the lights glow softly and invitingly. Behind the windows, there is warmth and comfort — a place to catch your breath after the snow. There is hot mulled wine, hot chocolate with or without rum, or simply an ice-cold beer. Outside, street lamps cast a warm glow across the snow; inside, the neighbourhood quietly carries on. With traffic almost absent, the snow is given the chance to stay. People walk more slowly, look around, pause for a moment. There is disruption, without a doubt — but also wonder. On this winter day, Amsterdam feels smaller, quieter and almost timeless.
A quiet winter scene at Café De Nieuwe Lelie on Nieuwe Leliestraat, at the corner of Tweede Leliedwarsstraat in the heart of Amsterdam. Fresh snow softens the narrow street, bicycles and façades, while warm light from the café windows contrasts gently with the cold, still evening.
Op 7 januari 2026 ligt Nederland onder een dik pak sneeuw. Code Oranje is van kracht en dat is overal merkbaar: vluchten zijn geannuleerd, treinen en bussen rijden nauwelijks en het dagelijkse ritme vertraagt abrupt. Straten veranderen in witte linten, geluid wordt gedempt en de stad schakelt ongewild een versnelling terug. Ook het centrum van Amsterdam — normaal altijd nét een paar graden warmer — is vandaag volledig wit. Door bebouwing, water en stedelijke warmte blijft sneeuw hier zelden liggen. Meestal wordt het snel nat, grijs en verdwenen. Maar vandaag niet. Op de Nieuwe Leliestraat, op de hoek met de Tweede Leliedwarsstraat, sneeuwt het onafgebroken. De vlokken vallen dicht en zacht en blijven liggen op straat, langs de stoep en tegen de gevels van de panden. De smalle straat vormt een rustig perspectief van baksteen, lichte kozijnen en fietsen langs de kant — alles gedempt door een laag wit. De straat oogt ongewoon stil. Nauwelijks verkeer, weinig beweging. Alleen voetstappen die langzaam verdwijnen onder een nieuwe laag sneeuw. Op de hoek ligt Café De Nieuwe Lelie, een warm en vertrouwd buurtcafé in een verder verstilde straat. Binnen brandt het licht, zacht en uitnodigend. Achter de ramen heerst warmte en gezelligheid — een plek om even op adem te komen na de sneeuw. Er is warme glühwein, warme chocolademelk met of zonder rum, of gewoon een ijskoud biertje. Buiten werpen lantaarns een warme gloed over de sneeuw; binnen leeft de buurt nog even door. Doordat het verkeer vrijwel ontbreekt, krijgt de sneeuw de ruimte om te blijven liggen. Mensen lopen langzamer, kijken om zich heen, blijven even staan. Er is overlast, zonder twijfel — maar ook verwondering. Op deze winterdag voelt Amsterdam kleiner, stiller en bijna tijdloos.
photo rights reserved by B℮n
Hiking in Yli-Nampavast wilderness and breathtaking natural beauty. The area boasts picturesque hiking trails that meander through forests, alongside lakes, and amidst rolling hills. In this region, there are opportunities for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The landscape here is characterized by dense forests of pine and birch trees, interspersed with clearings and wetlands. As you explore the trails in Yli-Nampa, keep an eye out for native wildlife such as wolverines, reindeer, elk, and various bird species. The bears hibernate. If you're fortunate to visit during the darker months of the year, Yli-Nampa is ideally located for viewing the northern lights aurora borealis. After a day of hiking, you might be treated to a spectacular display of these dancing lights in the night sky. One of the most appealing aspects of hiking in Yli-Nampa is the sense of solitude and tranquility. The remote location and pristine wilderness provide a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. In addition to natural beauty, hiking in Lapland offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local Sami culture. Learn about traditional practices, visit reindeer farms, and perhaps even sample local delicacies such as smoked fish or cloudberries.
Yli-Nampa is located in the north of Finland, specifically in the Lapland region. This region is located above the Arctic Circle and is known for its vast forests, lakes and un-spoilt nature. Yli-Nampa itself is an area in Lapland that is suitable for outdoor activities such as hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing and experiencing northern nature and culture. During the month of January, daylight hours are very short due to the polar night. This phenomenon occurs in areas above the Arctic Circle, including Lapland. We set out early in the darkness on our way to Luosto. In Yli-Nampa, the moon shines beautifully over the forest while the sun has yet to rise, but the sky is beginning to lighten. The snow in Yli-Nampa lies like an untouched white carpet, and the trees are draped in a thick layer of powder snow. Every step breaks the serene silence of the snowy surroundings; the crunching sound of fresh snow under my hiking boots fills the air. The trees bend gently under the weight of the snow, and nature seems to be in a deep winter slumber. The path is lined with pine trees adorned with ice crystals. The expanse of the snowy landscape stretches to the horizon, and the cold air tingles on my skin. The moment with the moon, surrounded by the white beauty of nature, is magical. It's not just a hike but also an encounter with the beauty of winter in Lapland. Photo of BieJee hiking and watching the moon in Yli-Nampa.
Wandelen in Yli-Nampa, Finland, biedt een prachtige en serene buitenervaring, vooral voor wie ongerepte natuur en rustige landschappen waardeert. Yli-Nampa ligt in Lapland, bekend om zijn uitgestrekte wildernis en adembenemende natuurlijke schoonheid. Het gebied beschikt over schilderachtige wandelpaden die door bossen slingeren, langs meren lopen en tussen glooiende heuvels door gaan. In deze regio zijn er mogelijkheden om te sneeuwschoenwandelen en langlaufen. Het landschap wordt hier gekenmerkt door dichte bossen met dennen- en berkenbomen, afgewisseld met open plekken en moerassen. Terwijl je de paden in Yli-Nampa verkent, moet je uitkijken naar inheemse wilde dieren zoals veelvraat, rendieren, elanden en verschillende vogelsoorten. Beren houden een winterslaap en trekvogels zijn vertrokken naar warmere oorden. Tijdens de maand januari, zijn de daglichturen erg kort vanwege de poolnacht. Dit fenomeen doet zich voor in gebieden boven de poolcirkel, waaronder Lapland. We zijn vroeg in het donker vertrokken op weg naar Luosto. In Yli-Nampa schijnt de maan prachtig over het bos terwijl de zon nog moet opkomen, maar de lucht begint al te gloren. Als je geluk hebt om tijdens de donkere maanden van het jaar te bezoeken, is Yli-Nampa ideaal gelegen voor het bekijken van het noorderlicht aurora borealis. Na een dag wandelen word je misschien getrakteerd op een spectaculaire vertoning van deze dansende lichten aan de nachtelijke hemel. Eén van de meest aantrekkelijke aspecten van wandelen in Yli-Nampa is het gevoel van eenzaamheid en rust. De afgelegen locatie en ongerepte wildernis bieden een perfecte ontsnapping aan de drukte van het dagelijks leven. Naast de natuurlijke schoonheid biedt wandelen in Lapland de mogelijkheid om je onder te dompelen in de lokale Sami-cultuur. Leer meer over traditionele praktijken, bezoek rendierboerderijen en proef misschien zelfs lokale lekkernijen zoals gerookte vis of bergbraambessen.